Frequently Asked Questions
Here we have gathered the most common questions about the TCS Lindingöloppet.
Does your question concern any of our other races? See all our races.
Didn't find an answer to your question? Then you are warmly welcome to contact us and we will help you at info@lidingoloppet.se
Registration & seeding
Here you will find practical information about registration – everything from entry fees and registration conditions to registered participants.
Change your registration
Change your registration
Do you have a starting spot that you can no longer use and want to sell or give away? You can then transfer your spot to someone else.
Read moreSeeding
Seeding
Influence your race with the help of seeding!
If you want to start in the correct starting group, you can seed yourself. The right starting group means that you run in a group with other runners who maintain a similar pace. Here are the rules that apply for seeding to the TCS Lidingöloppet and Rosa Bandet-loppet.
Read moreI have become ill/injured. Will I get any money back?
I have become ill/injured. Will I get any money back?
Yes, but only if you have taken out cancellation insurance.
Report the refund of the registration fee or accidental damage to Folksam, 106 60 Stockholm.
Email: folksam.sport@folksam.se or call Folksam at phone number 0771-960 960. Learn more at www.startklar.nu
Registration fees
Registration fees
Registration fees vary throughout the year, here are the dates you need to keep track of regarding registration for our races.
Read moreAccommodation
Welcome to Lidingö – here you will find many great accommodation options for you and your party!
Caravan and motorhome
Caravan and motorhome
Take the opportunity to bring your caravan or motorhome to the TCS Lidingöloppet weekend! This way, you can sleep "at home" before and after the race.
Read moreHard surface in the gymnasium
Hard surface in the gymnasium
Here you will find all the information you need to book an overnight stay on a hard surface in a gymnasium.
Read moreHotel in Lidingö
Hotel in Lidingö
There are several pleasant hotels to book on Lidingö. Whichever you choose, it will be a great start or finish to your race. Here you will find suggestions that might suit you during the TCS Lidingöloppet weekend.
Read moreMedals and awards
The TCS Lidingöloppet bronze medal is awarded to everyone who completes the race. The medal features a unique Carl Milles motif each year.
Medal and diploma
Medal and diploma
Everyone who finishes the Lidingöloppet is a winner and is rewarded with a medal and a diploma!
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Honorary awards and the Veterans Club
Prize money and awards
Prize money and awards
The competitive classes in the TCS Lidingöloppet offer prize money to those who finish in the top positions.
Prize money
TCS Lidingöloppet 30 (Men/Women)
1: 30,000 SEK
2: 20,000 SEK
3: 12,000 SEK
4: 10,000 SEK
5: 7,000 SEK
6: 5,000 SEK
TCS Lidingöloppet 15 (Men/Women)
1: 7,000 SEK
2: 5,000 SEK
3: 3,000 SEK
Read more about pricing here (link)
Read moreSilver medal times
Silver medal times
If you believe you have run a silver medal time and start in start group 2 or lower, you can go to the results tent after finishing at Grönsta. There, your exact race time will be checked and the bronze medal will be exchanged for a silver medal if you have made the time. You can read more about the silver medal times here.
Read morePractical information
Below you will find the most important information regarding your race. Everything for you as a runner or visitor. Please arrive well in advance of your start time so you can visit our sports expo and take advantage of news and offers from our partners.
Changing room and shower
Changing room and shower
Please come dressed for competition/changed on race day. Changing rooms and outdoor showers are available near the finish line at Grönsta Gärde.
Showers are also available at our accommodations.
At Lidingövallen, we offer showers and changing rooms on Friday and Saturday, not on Sunday.
Number plate distribution
Number plate distribution
You can pick up your bib number and visit our expo at Lidingövallen before and during the race weekend.
Fair opening hours
Friday, September 27 from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Saturday, September 28 from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Sunday, September 29 from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Maps and course markings
Maps and course markings
Here you will find information about what the track markings look like and maps of, among other things, the different race tracks, where Lidingövallen is located, and what Grönsta Gärde looks like. In addition, you will find links to maps for things like caravan parking.
Read moreCovers and bags
Covers and bags
More information about handling and covers and bags for your specific race will be sent out with the starting certificate.
Read moreHealthcare
Healthcare
TCS Lidingöloppet has doctors, nurses, and physiotherapists who take care of the injuries that runners and visitors may suffer.
Read moreMake your way to the TCS Lidingöloppet
There are many good ways to get to TSC Lidingöloppet, travel eco-friendly by train, the Runner's Bus or by bike. If you travel by car, we recommend carpooling, feel free to use the Ride Share Group.
Lidingöloppet encourages everyone who can to take public transport or cycle to the TCS Lidingöloppet weekend. Here you will find information on how to do it in the best way.
Free bus Ropsten–Lidingövallen
Free bus Ropsten–Lidingövallen
From Ropsten, you can take the TCS Lidingöloppet's free buses directly to Lidingövallen, and back again. At Lidingövallen, you will find the Bib Number Distribution and the Sports Expo. From here, you can also easily walk to both the start and the finish.
Read moreTo travel by public transport
To travel by public transport
Traveling by public transport to TCS Lidingöloppet is both convenient and sustainable. Free buses run from Ropsten to the Event Area/Lidingövallen and back. Keep track of the public transport situation at sl.se and make sure to leave plenty of time.
Take the free buses from Ropsten
For those who choose to take public transport to Ropsten or use nearby park and ride facilities, TCS Lidingöloppet's free buses are available for round trips between Ropsten and Lidingövallen.
Taxi and paratransit
Taxi and paratransit
For those of you who are taking paratransit or taxi to the TCS Lidingöloppet, please note the address designated for pick-up and drop-off.
It is not possible to take a taxi directly to our various venues (bib distribution, start, and finish) as these roads are closed to regular traffic to facilitate our runners, visitors, and residents.
Read moreLimited accessibility and few parking options
Limited accessibility and few parking options
During the TCS Lidingöloppet, there are limited opportunities to use the car as several roads are closed and the number of parking spaces is limited. Therefore, we encourage you to choose other travel options if possible. If you need to take the car to the TCS Lidingöloppet, you can find maps and information about parking options here.
Traffic
Traffic information for those living in Lidingö during the TCS Lidingö Race weekend.
Travel information and parking
Travel information and parking
During the TCS Lidingöloppet, there are limited opportunities to use the car as several roads are closed and the number of parking spaces is limited. Therefore, we encourage you to choose other travel options if possible.
If you are coming by car, the best option is to park at Ropsten or another park and ride Map (stockholmparkering.se) and from there take the TCS Lidingöloppet's free buses to and from the event.
If you need to take the car all the way to Lidingö, please note that parking is only permitted in the areas designated by Lidingöloppet.
Some of the parking areas for the Lidingö Race are far from either the start or the finish. Therefore, it is important to arrive well in advance of your start time. This means you need to be at Lidingövallen at least two hours before your start, so plan your trip accordingly.
As part of our efforts to reduce car traffic and to encourage more people to choose our free buses or bicycles, we charge a parking fee of 60 SEK which is paid via Swish, half of the parking fee is donated to the Lidingö Race's Pink Ribbon collection for the Cancer Foundation.
From Ropsten, motorists should follow the yellow signs, as well as instructions from the police and traffic wardens, please note that we strongly advise against driving. Map (stockholmparkering.se).
Traffic information for residents of Lidingö
Traffic information for residents of Lidingö
The traffic situation is strained on Lidingö during the TCS Lidingöloppet. We are constantly working to improve traffic solutions to reduce the number of cars on Lidingö.
If you have any questions, please contact us at info@lidingoloppet.se
Friday to Sunday during the race week, we can be reached on site at Lidingövallen and Grönsta at the Information.
Many thanks for your understanding and for moving your car if you can.
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